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March 24, 2026
镴(鑞)là(la4)
镴 (là) refers to tin, a metal commonly used in soldering and various alloys. In industrial contexts, it is primarily associated with electrical and plumbing applications, where tin is used to create solder that joins metal parts together. The term is less frequently used in everyday conversation, making it more relevant for technical discussions.
Strokes20Radical钅Frequency#50315DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
Tin has historical significance in Chinese metallurgy, being used since ancient times for making coins and other metalwork. In traditional Chinese culture, the use of tin is also associated with craftsmanship and the fine arts.
Memory Tip
Think of '镴' as a shiny tin can. The character has a metal component on the left (金), indicating something metallic, and the right part (各) can remind you of various uses, like different cans made of tin. Imagine a can of soup, which is often made of tin, to help remember its meaning and pronunciation.
Meanings of 镴
là(la4)
1tin, solder
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About 镴
镴Simplified
鑞Traditional
20Strokes
钅Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Think of '镴' as a shiny tin can. The character has a metal component on the left (金), indicating something metallic, and the right part (各) can remind you of various uses, like different cans made of tin. Imagine a can of soup, which is often made of tin, to help remember its meaning and pronunciation.
Usage Notes
镴 is used primarily in technical or industrial contexts and may not be familiar to all Mandarin speakers. Be cautious of using it in casual conversation, as it may lead to confusion. Common collocations include ‘镴焊’ (soldering) and ‘镴锡合金’ (tin alloy).
HSK Study Tips
Although 镴 is not part of HSK, understanding it can be beneficial for students interested in technical vocabulary. Consider focusing on related terms in metallurgy or manufacturing contexts to build your vocabulary around this area.
Cultural Note
Tin has historical significance in Chinese metallurgy, being used since ancient times for making coins and other metalwork. In traditional Chinese culture, the use of tin is also associated with craftsmanship and the fine arts.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 镴 with similar-sounding metals like 锡 (xī), which also means tin but is more commonly used for solder. For example, using 锡 when referring to solder in technical discussions can lead to confusion.
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Cultural Notes for 镴
🏮Cultural insight
Tin has historical significance in Chinese metallurgy, being used since ancient times for making coins and other metalwork. In traditional Chinese culture, the use of tin is also associated with craftsmanship and the fine arts.
Word Family of 镴
Words Containing This Character2
镴làtin鑞
银样镴枪头silvery spear point actually made of pewter (idiom); fig. worthless despite an attractive exterior銀樣鑞槍頭
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Compound Meaning
What does 镴 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 镴
镴 specifically refers to tin, while other metals like 铁 (iron) and 铜 (copper) have their own distinct uses and contexts.
You can associate the pronunciation 'là' with the English word 'latte', as in 'tin can of coffee.'
No, 镴 is primarily used in specific technical contexts rather than in everyday conversation.
